Officiate

Pronunciation

• IPA: /əˈfiʃ.i.eɪt/

Origin

Circa 17th Century, from Medieval Latin officiātus, perfect passive participle of officiō ("conduct or perform religious services"), from Latin officium ("official duty, service").

Full definition of officiate

Verb

1. (intransitive, transitive) To perform the functions of some office.She officiated as registrar at the wedding.She officiated the wedding as registrar.
2. (intransitive, transitive, sports) To serve as umpire or referee.This is the second time he has officiated at a cup-final.He's never officiated a cup-final before.

Related terms

• office
• officer
• official